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Islander Islander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-263vsBoldr The Boys

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Islander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-263
IslanderIslander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-263
MSRP $329
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-26334mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
Islander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-263
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
Islander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-26350m
The Boys200m
MSRP
Islander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-263$329
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Tool
Diameter
34mm
38mm
Thickness
37mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
44mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH35A
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$329
$299

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Islander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-263

Owners widely praise the Islander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-263 for its exceptional value at $329, with many highlighting the striking pale blue dial and its suitability for semi-formal wear. Specific points of appreciation include the attractive case shape, the dial's texture, and the visibility of the blue hands. On balance, owners rate the Islander Astoria Automatic Dress Watch with Pale Blue Dial #ISL-263 highly for its aesthetic appeal and strong value proposition.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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